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Looking for a dentist in Telford?Friday 20^th June, 2014
You may think that because you live in Telford you have to choose a dentist in Telford. Well, like any other service, whether that be a hairdresser or a builder, you should consider other elements rather than simply distance. Sometimes travelling a few extra miles can make all the difference. If you are anxious of the dentist and are looking for a friendly face, to help you through those tense moments, then picking the right dentist can be key.…
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The job of a Dental HygienistMonday 2^nd June, 2014
The job of a Dental Hygienist is a rewarding one. People think it involves a ‘scrape and polish’ but that is a small amount as to what the my job actually entails. I regularly give oral hygiene and toothbrushing instruction…it’s amazing how different peoples’ perception of what a good toothbrushing routine should consist of! some people brush once , twice a day, after every meal…I once had a patient who said he didn’t brush very…
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Temporomandibular joint disorders symptoms and treatmentsMonday 12^th May, 2014
Many adults suffer from chronic facial pain such as jaw pain, headaches and earaches. The cause of these aches and pains may be related to the temporomandibular joints. Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) occur as a result of problems with the articulation and surrounding facial and neck muscles that control chewing and moving of the jaw. These disorders are often called TMJ disfunction or TMJ pain. TMJ stands for temporomandibular joint. TMJ…
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Dentist Telford Area Shifnal Dental Care NewsletterTuesday 4^th June, 2013
As you are probably aware Dr Wozniak has been our Principal Dentist now for 5 years, we all know he is Polish but thought you would like to know some interesting facts about him! He came over to live and work in Bridgnorth in 2005. If Dr Wozniak wasn’t a dentist he would have liked to have been a skipper or sailing instructor. His favourite food is Indian Curry and traditional Polish Food. The music he most likes to listen to is Eric Clapton,…
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Teeth whitening TelfordWednesday 1^st May, 2013
Tooth whitening Telford Everybody deserves a beautiful, healthy smile and most people find brighter teeth very attractive. Here at Shifnal Dental Care we recognized this need and the benefits it can bring and so have promoted Tooth whitening in the Telford, Wolverhampton and Shrewsbury regions. Needless to say, we had a very positive response. So good in fact that many stayed with us as regular patients because they were happy with the results,…
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Dentist Telford, Dentist Wolverhampton Wedding smileTuesday 19^th March, 2013
Wedding smile – Dentist Telford, Dentist Wolverhampton This is a copy of the article that I wrote few years ago for one of the popular Shropshire magazine, so just in case you missed it. This is a common scenario; Mr or Mrs, let’s call them Jones, book an appointment at their popular dental practice. The following month they have the very ‘Big Day’, their daughter’s wedding. The ‘Jones’s’ teeth are generally fine but they would…
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Dental implants Telford, Why dental implants are getting so popular?Tuesday 12^th March, 2013
Why dental implants are getting so popular? In the UK dental implants have recently become an popular choice for replacing missing teeth. Dentists routinely advise patients about the availability of implant treatment as well as other options such as bridgework and dentures. Indeed It is very likely that the number of implants will grow sharply here in the next few years. Despite this trend, it is still surprising to note that the UK is only 9th…
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Why is root canal treatment needed?Sunday 10^th March, 2013
The patient base here at Shifnal Dental Care is far reaching, catering for many from Telford, Wolverhampton as well as several other local towns. It is interesting that during general conversation I am asked, sometimes at length, about root canal treatments. Often the same questions arise, so here are a few answers to several common queries. From my point of view, root canal therapy is an interesting branch of dentistry and this has resulted in…
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Dental implants Wolverhampton – Long term success with dental implants – maintaining your dental implants.Monday 4^th March, 2013
Dental implants Wolverhampton – Long term success with dental implants – maintaining your dental implants. OK, you have new dental implants. The new teeth look very healthy and pretty, but do you know how to look after them and make them last? It is very important that you know how to take good care of dental implants. Without proper maintenance you put your smile and sometimes a substantial investment at risk. Below are a few things that…
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Dentists in Telford advise: Why are we losing teeth ? – AccidentsWednesday 27^th February, 2013
As mentioned in previous blog, damage and premature tooth loss can often occur through trauma. Sports injuries are sadly fairly common; particularly with contact sports such as rugby, football and hockey to name a few. Equally, damage due to tooth clenching and grinding (Bruxism) is a common phenomenon in these stressful times and can require special management. Below are a few tips on how to minimize tooth damage and loss through accidents and…
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